Catamaran Cruises in Santorini — Our Top 12

1.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,452 reviews · 5 hours · from $117Our pick

Sail from Vlychada or Ammoudi aboard a polished catamaran, stopping at Red Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the hot springs, and Santorini’s volcano. You’ll swim three times, eat a BBQ lunch, and watch the sunset on the afternoon sailing. Crew members Maria and Neta are named among the friendly guides.

“The most amazing day and experience. The food was amazing Liz. The staff were exceptional would highly recommend.”

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2.Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 980 reviews · 5 hours · from $112Best value

Spend five hours aboard a SantoriniYachtingClub catamaran, with hotel pickup, three swimming stops, snorkeling gear, towels, a Greek meal, and an open bar. Choose a daytime sailing from Ammoudi Bay or a sunset cruise from Vlychada, with the Caldera, Red Beach, White Beach, and hot springs along the route.

“Everything is nice and perfect for us. Enjoyable trip, beautiful landscape visit and sunset watching. Definitely will recommend it to our friends!”

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3.Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 725 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s volcanic coast aboard a catamaran limited to 18 passengers. Expect Red and White beaches, Mesa Pigadia swimming, the hot springs, Thirassia lunch, snorkeling gear, hotel-area pickup, a BBQ, Greek dishes, and an open bar. Sunset departures add sparkling wine.

“Absolutely amazing experience! Crew was amazing, food was great, and the drinks were great as well! Unforgettable experience- one of my favorite things we did in santorini”

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4.Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 341 reviews · 5 hours · from $116

Spend five hours sailing from Vlychada around Santorini’s Caldera, with stops at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat a freshly prepared seafood-friendly meal, and enjoy an open bar. English-speaking crew members such as Mika, Alex, Ellie, and Kostas keep the trip relaxed and social.

“The onboard staff were so accommodating, the cruise itself was so worth the money. Well looked after food and drink wise”

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5.Luxurious Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · 5 hours · from $153

Sail from Amoudi Bay on a small-group catamaran limited to 20 people. Swim near Red and White Beaches, visit the Hot Springs, enjoy fresh seafood or a choice of meat, Greek dishes, one cocktail, wine, beer, and soft drinks. English-speaking crew, towels, and snorkel gear are included.

“En underbar dag till havs med kunnig kapten och personal. Allt flöt på otroligt bra och maten var den bösta vi någonsin ätit under en utflykt.”

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6.Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Fresh Fish BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran from Imerovigli, visiting Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the lighthouse, sulfur springs, and Nea Kameni. You get snorkeling gear, fresh seabream or chicken, Greek salads, vegetarian food, local wine, beer, soft drinks, and hotel pickup.

“AMAZING!! The boat was clean and looked brand new. The staff were amazing, friendly and gave descriptions about each site we visited. The lunch was delicious and freshly grilled. Highly recommend!!”

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7.Santorini Catamaran Cruise – 5-Hour Private Sailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews

Sail privately from Vlychada with Thomas and Ellie on a five-hour Santorini catamaran trip. Swim at Red and White beaches, see the lighthouse and volcano, soak near Nea Kameni, then enjoy Greek food, local wine, and a sunset option with transfers.

“This was great time and highly recommend. Transport to and from was easy. Boat was great. Thomas and Ellie were AMAZING! You sail and you can swim multiple times. Ellie cooks FANTASTIC food!!! Trip ends with great sunset watching and then boat race to harbor.”

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8.Majestic Catamaran Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 5 hours · from $159

Choose a five-hour day or sunset cruise from Ammoudi Bay aboard a spacious catamaran. You’ll visit the Red and White Beaches, swim near the hot springs, enjoy Greek appetizers, a BBQ, wine, and one cocktail, with hotel transfers, towels, and snorkeling gear included.

“A huge thank you for the amazing catamaran tour in the breathtaking Santorini caldera! The entire experience was smooth, relaxing, and beautifully organized. The crew was friendly and attentive, the boat was very comfortable, and the food on board was delicious. Swimming near the volcanic islands and in the crystal-clear waters was an absolute highlight. Thank you again for a truly memorable experience — I would gladly do it again!”

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9.Full Day Santorini Catamaran Private Cruise with meal and transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews

Set sail from Vlichada at 1:30 pm with your private group of up to 12. Swim at Red and White beaches, visit volcanic islands and caldera sights, snorkel, and enjoy food aboard. The crew, including names such as Captain Stelios and Natalia, can shape the day around your group.

“Very fun and interesting. Very luxurios. Started off with a bit of sightseeing, afterwards we went for a swim and snorked. Very comfortable boat ride even though it was pretty windy. The crew had lots of interesting facts and stories to tell. 10/10 experience would strongly recommend.”

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10.Sailsational Luxury Santorini Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $228

Sail Santorini’s caldera with Markos and his crew, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia. You’ll swim, eat a fresh Greek and Mediterranean dinner, and watch sunset from the water. Hotel or villa pickup, towels, drinks, and snorkeling gear are included.

“I could not be more impressed with this tour experience. Markos and his team were exceptional in their delivery of a beautifully curated adventure. It was by far the favourite aspect of my visit to Santorini. As a solo female traveler from Canada, I felt so supported in their capable hands. A bonus was the gourmet dinner that was cooked for us on board! Kostas, Dimitri and Anastasia attended to our every need and then some.”

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11.Caldera Private Catamaran Cruise with Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $649

Spend about five hours on a private Santorini catamaran with your own group, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the lighthouse, and Nea Kameni. Zoey and Captain Mike are named crew members. Lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and daytime or sunset departures are included.

“Would book again and again! One of our favorite parts of our trip! Zoey and Captain Mike were amazing!”

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12.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $798

Spend about five hours on a private Santorini catamaran with Captain Thomas and Ellie. Cruise from Vlychada Port to Red Beach, Indian Rock, sea caves, the lighthouse, and hot springs, with snorkeling gear, towels, a Greek meal, wine, and soft drinks included.

“Thomas and Ellie were amazing host giving our family a beautiful time! We got to have an amazing meal cooked by Ellie that made us feel like we apart of their family ! And after our son got sick (ear infection , not related to them ) and their sister drove us to the doctor waited for us to then drive us back to our hotel !”

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